Glucose is often called “blood sugar.” Too much of it or too little of it is hazardous to one’s health and can cause diseases like Hypoglycemia or Hyperglycemia.
Human System Most Affected-
Blood Sugar
Foods That Contain This Chemical-
A lot of fruits, fruit juices, and soda contains large amounts
of glucose.
Chemical Formula-
C6H12O6
Chemical Reactions In The Body-
Glycolysis, The formation of Acetyl Coenzyme A, Krebs cycle reactions, and Electron transport chain reactions are all apart of Glucose Catobolism. They all take place within the body.
Image Citation-
http://nikas-culinaria.com/2007/04/21/second-meal-effect/ (Nikas Culineria)Type of Chemical-
CarbohydrateEffects of Too Much or Too Little-
Glucose is often called “blood sugar.” Too much of it or too little of it is hazardous to one’s health and can cause diseases like Hypoglycemia or Hyperglycemia.Human System Most Affected-
Blood SugarFoods That Contain This Chemical-
A lot of fruits, fruit juices, and soda contains large amountsof glucose.
Chemical Formula-
C6H12O6Chemical Reactions In The Body-
Glycolysis, The formation of Acetyl Coenzyme A, Krebs cycle reactions, and Electron transport chain reactions are all apart of Glucose Catobolism. They all take place within the body.Citations-
http://www1.fccj.edu/sspring/metabolism1.htm (Dr. Sharon Spring’s Home Page)http://www.faqs.org/health/Sick-V2/Hypoglycemia.html (Free Health Encyclopedia)
(Created by Rachel Patterson)